Safety Data Sheet
Release
1.0
Revision
12/24/2014
Date of issue
12/29/2014
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1 Identification of the substance
Identification of the substance
Identification of the
2-Methylpentanoic acid
substance
Additional identification
(±)-2-Methylvaleric acid
Biosynth catalog no.
W-100103
Use of the substance/preparation
basic Intermediates
Identified uses
Restriction on use
not for food or drug use, for laboratory use only
Company
BIOSYNTH AG
Rietlistrasse 4
CH-9422 STAAD
Phone
Mail
Emergency Number
Phone
+41 (0)71 858 20 20
welcome@biosynth.ch
+41 (0)71 858 20 20 office hours
2 Hazards identification
Possible Hazards (Summary)
Skin
Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1B)
GHS Labeling
Regulatory List
EC1272/08
Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (GHS/CLP)
Symbol
GHS05
corrosion
Signal Word
Danger
Danger
Hazard Statement
H314
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary Statement
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses,
if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Labeling (EU)
Hazard Symbol
C
Corrosive
R Phrases
R34
Causes burns.
Safety Data Sheet
S Phrases
S26
S27
S36/37/39
S45
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In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
In case of accident, or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the
label where possible).
Additional Information
Caution! To the best of our knowledge the toxicological properties of this material have
not been thoroughly investigated.
3 Composition/information on ingredients
Substance related information
2-Methylpentanoic acid
Substance name
Synonymes
(±)-2-Methylvaleric acid
Cas No.
[97-61-0]
Formula
C6H12O2
4 First aid measures
First Aid: Eye
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of flowing water for 10 to 15 minutes holding eyelids apart. Consult an
ophthalmologist.
First Aid: Skin
Wash immediately with plenty of water and soap for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Wash contaminated clothes before reuse. Call a physician.
First Aid: Ingestion
Wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
First Aid: Inhalation
Remove casualty to fresh air and keep warm and at rest. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer
artificial respiration. Call a physician.
Hints for Physician: Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
5 Firefighting measures
Extinguishing Media
Suitable
foam, dry extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide (CO2), water spray jet
Hazards During Fire-Fighting
toxic fumes
Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.
Fire-Fighting/Further Advice
Do not inhale explosion and combustion gases. Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately.
This must not be discharged into drains. Move undamaged containers from immediate hazard area if it can
be done safely.
6 Accidental release measures
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Personal Precautions
Wear breathing apparatus if exposed to vapours/dusts/aerosols. Provide adequate ventilation.
Environmental Precautions
Do not allow to enter into soil/subsoil. Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains. Ensure all waste
water is collected and treated via a waste water treatment plant.
Methods for Cleaning or Taking Up
not available
Further Accidental Release Measures
Collect in closed and suitable containers for disposal. Clear contaminated areas thoroughly. Ventilate
affected area.
7 Handling and storage
Handling
Handling advice
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage
Storage temperture
store at room temperature
Storage Requirements (SDS)
Keep away from incompatible substances. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances.
8 Exposure controles/personal protection
Exposure controles
Industrial Hygiene
Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye shower.
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory Protection
Wear NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator.
Hand Protection
Wear compatible chemical-resistant gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Eye Protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA.
Body Protection
Wear compatible chemical-resistant gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Advice on Safe Handling
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent exposure.
9 Physical and chemical properties
Color
colorless
Form
powder
Phase Transition Solid/Liquid
-85 °C
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Phase Transition Liquid/Gas
197 °C
Molar Mass
116.16 g/mol
Density
0.916 g/cm3
Flash Point
91 °C
10 Stability and reactivity
Conditions to Avoid (SDS)
incompatible materials
Substances to Avoid (SDS)
strong oxidizers
Decomposition Products
carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide
11 Toxicological information
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50 oral, Rat, 2,040 mg/kg
Acute Dermal Toxicity
LD50, rabbit, 2,500 mg/kg
Other Relevant Toxicity Information
Only selected Registry of toxic effects of chemical substances (RTECS) data is presented here. See actual
entry in RTECS for complete information.
12 Ecological Information
Biodegradation
no data available
Bioaccumulation
no data available
Distribution in Environment
no data available
13 Disposal considerations
Advice on Disposal and Packaging
Advice on Disposal
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with
an afterburner and scrubber; observe all federal, state and local environmental regulations. Dispose of
waste according to Kreislaufwirtschafts- und Abfallgesetz (KrW-/AbfG).
Advice on Packaging
not available
14 Transport information
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Road Transport (ADR/GGVS)
UN No.
3265
Class(es)
8
Class(es)
II
Proper Shipping Name
Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (2-Methylpentanoic acid)
Air Transport (IATA)
UN No.
3265
Class(es)
8
Class(es)
II
Proper Shipping Name
Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (2-Methylpentanoic acid)
15 Other regulations
Other Regulations
not available
16 Additional information
GHS Labeling
Regulatory List
EC1272/08
Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (GHS/CLP)
Symbol
GHS05
corrosion
Signal Word
Danger
Danger
Hazard Statement
H314
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary Statement
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses,
if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
BIOSYNTH provides this MSDS in good faith. No representation is made as to the accuracy or comprehensiveness of the data and BIOSYNTH shall not be liable for any errors in the
data. No representation is made as to the fitness of the data or of the materials for any particular use. No representation or warranty is made as to damages or injury. User assumes all
responsibility for compliance with all laws and regulations implicated by use of this material.